Carl Banas
Acting
Carl Banas, born on January 23, 1929 in Toronto, is a retired radio personality and actor. He is well-known for his voice roles in popular shows like Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Rocket Robin Hood, and The Raccoons: Let’s Dance! Apart from his voice acting career, Carl Banas also appeared on television as a police detective named Byron James in the series Wojeck. He lent his voice to various TV series and features, showcasing his talent and versatility. In addition to his on-screen work, Banas was a beloved radio personality on different Toronto radio stations. His deep voice, smooth manner, and captivating stories about Toronto made him a favorite among listeners. Banas also made his mark in the world of commercials and cartoons, recording voices for numerous TV advertisements and animated shows. Interestingly, he is one of the three surviving cast members from Spider-Man, along with Paul Soles (Spider-Man) and Alfie Scopp (Stan Patterson). All three of them also lent their voices to Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, with Banas portraying the head elf among other characters.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
as Head Elf / Spotted Elephant / Other Toys (voice)
Age 35 (now 97)
Tales from Muppetland: The Frog Prince
as Sweetums (voice)
Age 42 (now 97)
Tales of the Wizard of Oz
as Wizard of Oz (voice)
Age 32 (now 97)
The Trolls and the Christmas Express
as Other Voices (voice)
Age 52 (now 97)
Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre
as Byron James
Age 34 (now 97)
Return to Oz
as Dandy, the Cowardly Lion / The Wizard of Oz (voice)
Age 35 (now 97)
The Raccoons and the Lost Star
as Schaeffer (voice)
Age 54 (now 97)
The Trolls and the Christmas Express
as Other Voices (voice)
Age 52 (now 97)
Festival of Family Classics: Alice in Wonderland
as Caterpillar / King of Hearts / Seven of Spades (voice)
Age 44 (now 97)
Tales from Muppetland: The Frog Prince
as Sweetums (voice)
Age 42 (now 97) Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
as Head Elf / Spotted Elephant / Other Toys (voice)
Age 35 (now 97) Return to Oz
as Dandy, the Cowardly Lion / The Wizard of Oz (voice)
Age 35 (now 97)
Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre
as Byron James
Age 34 (now 97) Tales of the Wizard of Oz
as Wizard of Oz (voice)
Age 32 (now 97)Gathering insights...
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